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Job description
Primary Care Physician – Long-Term Care & Skilled Nursing
Flexible Schedule | Southeast Colorado (Lamar → Trinidad)
Lykos Medical
About The Role
Lykos Medical is seeking a Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) to provide supervisory and clinical oversight for Long-Term Care (LTC) and Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) across rural Southeast Colorado. This role is ideal for physicians seeking schedule flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to support underserved senior communities.
What Makes This Role Unique
Extremely Flexible Scheduling
Minimum required in‑person rounding: once per month
We schedule around your availability
Ideal for physicians seeking additional income or flexible part‑time work
Travel-Friendly Compensation
Productivity-based pay model
Flat travel fee or stipend available due to long driving distances
We collaborate with our physicians to maximize efficiency and route planning
Leadership & Expansion Opportunities
Candidates in Colorado Springs or Pueblo encouraged to apply
May support future expansion into LTC/SNF markets in those areas
Supported, Physician-Led Environment
You’ll have autonomy with operational support
Strong facility partnerships already in place
Clear expectations aligned with CDPHE & Medicare requirements
Responsibilities
Provide supervisory oversight and monthly in‑person rounding
Manage chronic and complex geriatric patients in LTC/SNF settings
Collaborate with facility nursing and administrative teams
Document care in EMR in a timely manner
Participate in quality improvement and post‑acute care initiatives
Build strong relationships with rural facilities and care teams
Qualifications
Required
MD or DO
Board Certified/Eligible in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Geriatrics
Active CO medical license (or ability to obtain)
DEA license
Preferred
Experience in LTC, SNF, geriatrics, post‑acute care, or rural medicine
Familiarity with Medicare and value‑based care
Interest in leadership or future program growth
Who Thrives in This Role
Geriatric Physician
Internal Medicine
Family Medicine
SNF Physician
LTC Physician
Post‑Acute Care
Medical Director Track
Rural Medicine
Mobile Care
About Lykos Medical
Lykos Medical is a physician‑led organization dedicated to improving senior care in Colorado. We specialize in Long-Term Care, Skilled Nursing, Post‑Acute Care, and rural healthcare delivery—with a mission to expand access and support clinicians in providing high‑quality, relationship‑centered care.
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Worksite address
pueblo, CO, 81004, US
Who can apply
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